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Places To Be In Lagos This Weekend (March 21 – 23)

The weekend is here again, and we get to unwind in our own space for the next two days. How do you plan to spend it? Will you be recharging…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | National Assembly Approves of Emergency Rule, Tinubu Applauds Their Efforts

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | National Assembly Approves of Emergency Rule, Tinubu Applauds Their Efforts

National Assembly approves of emergency rule, Tinubu applauds their efforts Ibok-Ete Ibas assumes the role of sole administrator in Rivers State, demands civility Nigerian passport rises in global ranks, secures…

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The TikTok Effect: How Nigerian Songs Are Blowing Up Internationally

The TikTok Effect: How Nigerian Songs Are Blowing Up Internationally

Nigerian music has taken the world by storm, and one of the biggest reasons for this global success is TikTok. The app has become a powerful tool for promoting songs,…

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Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Nancy Isime Star in Drama “Radio Voice,” Coming Out on April 11

Richard Mofe-Damijo, Timini Egbuson, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and Nancy Isime Star in Drama “Radio Voice,” Coming Out on April 11

Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) has released the trailer for his forthcoming film, Radio Voice, set to be released on April 11. The film's theme centres on building bridges, second chances, and…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Dangote Halts Sale of Petrol in Naira

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Dangote Halts Sale of Petrol in Naira

Dangote halts sale of petrol in Naira EFCC arraigns Bauchi's accountant-general over alleged ₦70 billion fraud Senate fails to decide on emergency rule in Rivers State, adjourns meeting to today…

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Is Old Nollywood Better? Why Are Gen Z Nigerians Nostalgic for 2000s Movies?

Are Old Nollywood Movies Better? Why Are Gen Z Nigerians Nostalgic for 2000s Movies?

Many young Nigerians have recently found themselves drawn to old movies from the early 2000s. Despite the advancements in cinematography, special effects, and storytelling in modern Nollywood, Gen Z Nigerians…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day| Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers State, Suspends Governor Fubara and Deputy

Top 5 Stories Of The Day| Tinubu Declares State of Emergency in Rivers State, Suspends Governor Fubara and Deputy

Tinubu declares state of emergency in Rivers State, suspends Governor Fubara and deputy Fubara releases press statement over suspension as governor PDP rejects Tinubu’s state of emergency on Rivers State,…

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Tems Set to Join Lil Wayne and J. Cole for the Last Dreamville Festival in April

Tems Set to Join Lil Wayne and J. Cole for the Last Dreamville Festival in April

Tems has been announced as part of the lineup for the final edition of the Dreamville Festival. The Nigerian singer will perform alongside J. Cole, Lil Wayne, 21 Savage, and…

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Are Nigerian Influencers the Future of African Pop Culture?

Are Nigerian Influencers the Future of African Pop Culture?

Over the past few years, Nigerian influencers have taken over social media, setting trends that go far beyond the country’s borders. From Instagram to TikTok, YouTube to Twitter NG, these…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day| Discos Threaten to Strike Over Alleged Unlawful Military Attacks on its Electricity Workers

Top 5 Stories Of The Day| Discos Threaten to Strike Over Alleged Unlawful Military Attacks on its Electricity Workers

Discos threaten to strike over alleged unlawful military attacks on its electricity workers NBS reveals Nigeria's inflation dropped to 23.18% Dangote announced desire to construct largest port in Ogun State…

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MSport Elevates the Game: The Biggest and Best Betting Brand Teams Up with Chelsea & BVB for an Unforgettable TVC!

MSport joins forces with Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund (BVB) to unleash a breathtaking new TVC that is set to redefine sports entertainment and captivate football fans worldwide. This high-energy campaign…

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Next-Gen Nollywood: Rising Gen Z Stars Taking Over the Industry

Next-Gen Nollywood: Rising Gen Z Stars Taking Over the Industry

Nollywood is changing, and a fresh wave of young actors is taking over the industry. These Gen Z stars (born between 1997 and 2012) bring new vibes, energy, and talent…

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UBA, ICAN Partner to Drive Innovation, Excellence in Finance and Accounting

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc on Friday, hosted the 60th President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Chief Davidson C. S. Alaribe, FCA,…

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Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Asake, NYSC, GWR, Blaqbonez

Asake and father reunite after father calls him out for abandonment NYSC member threatened for criticising the government Nigerian fashion designer sets Guinness World Record for longest hand-sewing marathon Blaqbonez…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigerians Support NYSC corper Who Spoke Out Against the Declining State of the Economy

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigerians Support NYSC Corper Who Spoke Out Against the Declining State of the Economy

Nigerians support NYSC corper who spoke out against the declining state of the economy The Governor of Anambra State prohibits secondary students from using phones Niger faces fuel scarcity as…

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Top 5 Podcasts of the Week | Nigeria

This week, we have all been entertained by our favourite podcasters, updating us about their real-life experiences, mistakes, and lessons learned. Listening to podcasts has been described as therapeutic by…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Pass Strict Laws Against Money Laundering and Terrorism

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Pass Strict Laws Against Money Laundering and Terrorism

Senate pass strict laws against money laundering and terrorism JD Vance threaten to deport international students if their stay is not in USA’s best interest NSIA and other firms create…

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The Weekend Watchlist | Movies/Series To Watch This Weekend

The weekend is underway, and in true Ynaija fashion, we are committed to helping you have the most relaxing time ever. With a blend of action thrillers, comedy, drama, and…

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Events Happening In Lagos This Weekend

It's the weekend again; we're glad to be in our space for the next two days. What things do you have on your to-do list this weekend? Would you rather…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day |Tinubu Claims Fuel Subsidy Removal Saved the Country from Bankruptcy

Tinubu claims fuel subsidy removal saved the country from bankruptcy FG refuses National Assembly's proposal of creating 200 new varsities Senate shows support for Akpabio with vote of confidence despite…

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Wizkid Announces “Morayo Live” Tour in Canada, Europe and US

Nigerian music star Wizkid has announced the world tour of his successful album, “Morayo,” performing in Canada, Europe, and the United States of America. Wizkid initially announced that his “Morayo…

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Nollywood Movies and Series Coming Out in March 2025

A new month brings new Nollywood movies and series to enjoy! In March 2025, filmmakers are set to release exciting stories that will entertain and impress audiences. From dramas to…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Claims Natasha was Suspended for Gross Misconduct, not Sexual Harassment

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Senate Claims Natasha was Suspended for Gross Misconduct, not Sexual Harassment

Senate claims Natasha was suspended for gross misconduct, not sexual harassment Obasanjo speaks on the Lagos-Calabar highway project and calls it wasteful and corrupt OPEC reports that Nigeria's crude oil…

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Eniola Ajao Returns to the Big Screens this Year with “Owambe Thieves,” Coming Out April 18

Eniola Ajao Returns to the Big Screens this Year with “Owambe Thieves,” Coming Out

Nollywood filmmaker Eniola Ajao has announced that she will be returning to the big screens this year with her new film, “Owambe Thieves,” which will be released in cinemas across…

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Transnational Education as an alternative solution to Africa’s ‘japa’ problem

by Isime Esene As Africa continues to assert itself on the global stage, its education systems must evolve to meet the demands of an interconnected world. Transnational Education (TNE), which…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | TCN Reveals Power Supply to Lagos Reduced by 350MW Over Faulty Transmission Lines

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | TCN Reveals Power Supply to Lagos Reduced by 350MW Over Faulty Transmission Lines

TCN reveals power supply to Lagos reduced by 350MW over faulty transmission lines Tinubu instructs Fubara to comply with Supreme Court's rule Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan reports sexual harassment case to Inter-Paraliamentary…

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The Evolution of Nollywood Blockbusters in Cinemas: From Home Videos to Box Office Giants

Nollywood has come a long way from its direct-to-video era. What started as a home video industry has evolved into a multi-billion-naira box office powerhouse, with films consistently competing with…

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Watch the Official Trailer of “Suky” and Listen to the OST Starring Tobi Bakre and Bimbo Ademoye

A Nigerian action-thriller film titled “Suky” has been released on the streaming platform Prime Video and is trending on the internet as the movie’s original soundtracks have caught Nigerians' attention,…

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Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Claims Nigeria's Future Lies in the Hands of its Youth

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Claims Nigeria’s Future Lies in the Hands of its Youth

Tinubu claims Nigeria's future lies in the hands of its youth Lassa fever kills doctor nearly 100 victims in two months, NCDC reveals Dangote and NNPCL in talks about a…

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Weekend Recap In Case You Missed It | Mercy Eke, Lenny Kravitz, Seun Kuti, Tiwa Savage, Craig David, Omoni Oboli

Lenny Kravitz invited Seun Kuti to perform on stage in Germany Craig David praises Tiwa Savage for representing Afrobeats well Omoni Oboli threatens Ghanaian stations playing her movies without a…

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